IBDMoms

About IBDMoms

The IBDMoms Podcast is hosted by founder Brooke Abbott Abron and brings together physicians, advocates, moms, and surprise guests to talk about the realities of motherhood, IBD, advocacy, and life. Each episode blends evidence-based insights with real-life stories, honest conversations, and a touch of humor—because moms deserve solid information and a good laugh. From navigating healthcare to celebrating the small wins of everyday mom life, the IBDMoms Podcast is a space for connection, support, and joy. The IBDMoms Podcast is for IBDMoms, by IBDMoms.

Publisher

IBDMoms

Category

health & fitness · kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 Sept 2022

Latest episode

19 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

6 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   19 Jan 2026

   Advocacy + IBDMotherhood

   The IBDMoms Podcast — Season 2, Episode 1 Episode Title: Advocacy & IBD Motherhood Host & Producer: Brooke Abbott Abron Guests: Jaime Holland : @prettyrottenguts Kimberly M. Hooks : @kimberlymhooks Mom to Mom Contributor: Myisha Malone-King : @gameofcrohnsnchronicillness Music Credits: You and Me on Cloud High -Andreas Dahlbäck Waste It (Instrumental Version) -Kylie Dailey February Moon (Instrumental Version) -Victor Lundberg Where We Belong -Helmut Schenker Southern Sweet -Andreas Dahlbäck sångtrast -bomull Runtime: 58 minutes Episode Description Join host Brooke Abbott Abron in the Season 2 premiere of The IBDMoms Podcast, where motherhood meets advocacy. In this episode, Brooke is joined by Jaime Holland and Kimberly M. Hooks, two passionate advocates from the IBD community. They explore the deep connection between advocacy and motherhood, sharing experiences in personal, legislative, and pediatric advocacy. This conversation covers the behind-the-scenes ways moms can advocate, the challenges of balancing advocacy with chronic illness, and the power of community, transparency, and empathy. The episode also features a heartfelt Mom to Mom segment from Myisha Malone-King, reflecting on love, loss, and continued motherhood. This episode is perfect for moms navigating IBD, advocacy, or simply seeking encouragement and real-life connection. Listen and discover how advocacy can empower, support, and transform the journey of motherhood with IBD. Links & Resources: Blog & episode notes: blog.ibdmoms.org/podcast (http://blog.ibdmoms.org/podcast) IBDMoms: ibdmoms.org (http://ibdmoms.org) IBD Social Circle: ibdsocialcircle.org (http://ibdsocialcircle.org) Episode Chapters 00:00 – Getting Involved in Advocacy 32:02 – Empowerment Through Advocacy 42:46 – The Exhaustion of Motherhood and Advocacy 50:00 – Navigating Motherhood with Chronic Illness 01:07:46 – Encouragement and Support for Advocacy Mom to Mom Segment This episode features a Mom to Mom moment submitted by Myisha Malone-King, sharing reflections on love, loss, and motherhood. Her story highlights how motherhood continues, even after unimaginable loss, and reminds us of the strength in community and shared experiences. About the IBDMoms Podcast The IBDMoms Podcast, hosted by Brooke Abbott Abron, explores real stories, expert insight, and honest conversations about motherhood and inflammatory bowel disease. Each episode highlights lived experience, advocacy, and community for moms navigating chronic illness. Follow & Connect: Instagram: @ibdmoms Facebook: IBDMoms Next Episode Preview In Episode 2, Brooke sits down with Gaylyn Henderson, IBDMoms board member and founder of Gutless and Glamorous, to discuss visibility, confidence, and reclaiming identity while living with IBD. Plus, stay tuned for a fun new segment featuring Brooke’s son, Jax Honeycutt, where they explore books, representation, and stories that help kids feel seen.

2. 

   15 Jan 2026

   The IBDMoms Podcast Season 2 Trailer

   Hey y’all, welcome to The IBDMoms Podcast—a place for real stories, practical tips, and honest conversations for moms living with IBD—or caring for someone living with IBD. From advocacy and parenting through flares to work-life balance, relationships, and redefining what it means to be a ‘good mom,’ we cover it all—with heart, humor, and zero judgment. I’m Brooke Abbott Abron—founder of IBDMoms. I’m an IBD patient who’s been living with IBD for 24 years and 16 years into mommying, and like many of you, I’m still figuring it out. This season, I’m bringing in experts, caregivers, and fellow patients to talk about the challenges, the wins, and the moments that make it all worth it. We’re launching Season 2 on Monday, January 19th, with new episodes dropping biweekly, so there’s plenty of conversation to keep you company between episodes. Grab your favorite drink, hand the iPad over to the kids, find a comfy spot, and join us—because we’re in this together.

3. 

   1 Dec 2022

   Fistulizing Disease With David A. Schwartz, MD

   Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and indeterminate colitis) can affect more than the intestines. One of the potential complications is perianal disease, which affects the area around the anus (the bottom). This includes fissures (a tear in the anal canal) and fistulas (an abnormal connection between two organs or an organ and the skin). To find out how these are managed and what treatments are being developed, the IBDMoms talk to David A. Schwartz, MD, who is a Professor of Medicine in the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at Vanderbilt University and the founder and Director of the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. Plus: hosts Brooke and Amber talk about why they are exhausted with the internet challenges that are part of today’s teen culture. Episode presented by Takeda. Transcript available at: http://bit.ly/IBDMomsPod3 Find David A. Schwartz, MD on Twitter: @ibddoc09 Find Vanderbilt IBD Center on: Twitter: @VUMCibd The web: vandyibd.com (http://vandyibd.com) Follow IBDMoms on: The web https://ibdmoms.org Facebook: @IBDMoms Twitter: @ibdmoms Instagram: @ibdmoms Private Facebook Group: @groups/IBDMoms Mix and sound design is by Mac Cooney. Find him on: Facebook: @michaelandrewcooney Instagram: @maccooneycomposer YouTube: @CooneyStudio Bandcamp: @maccooney The web: cooneystudio.com Theme music, “It Started With a Hashtag,” is from ©Cooney Studio.

4. 

   25 Oct 2022

   Moving From Pediatric to Adult Care

   Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and indeterminate colitis) is a disease of young people. When patients are diagnosed as children or teens, they are cared for by their parents and pediatric teams. The transition to taking care of themselves and moving to an adult gastroenterologist needs to take place with intention. Stacy Dylan, co-founder of Connecting to Cure and mom to a son diagnosed with severe Crohn’s disease, gives tips and tricks on making the transition easier. Plus: hosts Brooke and Amber talk about what makes them melt down while traveling. Transcript available at: http://bit.ly/IBDMomsPod2 Follow Connecting to Cure on the web https://www.connectingtocure.org/; Twitter https://twitter.com/connecttocure; Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/connectingtocure/; Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ConnectingToCure Follow Stacy’s Medium page at: https://stacyjdylan.medium.com. Follow IBDMoms on the web https://ibdmoms.org; Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IBDMoms/; Twitter https://twitter.com/ibdmoms; and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ibdmoms/ Credits: Mix and sound design is by Mac Cooney: https://www.facebook.com/michaelandrewcooney Theme music, “It Started With a Hashtag,” is from ©Cooney Studio: https://michaelandrewcooney.bandcamp.com/

5. 

   27 Sept 2022

   Body Image Issues and IBD With Megan Riehl, PsyD

   People living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and indeterminate colitis) may experience body image issues such as body dissatisfaction and body dysmorphia. Weight gain, weight loss, surgery, and having a baby and how they affect body image in IBD are among the topics the IBDMoms cover with University of Michigan gastropsychologist, Dr. Megan Riehl. Transcript available at: https://ibdmoms.org/ibdmoms-podcast-episode-1-body-image-issues-and-ibd-with-megan-riehl-psyd Follow Megan Riehl, PsyD on Twitter https://twitter.com/DrRiehl; Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drriehl/; and see her publications https://med.umich.edu/pdf/gi/Megan-Riehl-Publications-and-Media.pdf Follow IBDMoms on the web https://ibdmoms.org; Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IBDMoms/; Twitter https://twitter.com/ibdmoms; and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ibdmoms/ Credits: Mix and sound design is by Mac Cooney: https://www.facebook.com/michaelandrewcooney Theme music, “It Started With a Hashtag,” is from ©Cooney Studio: https://michaelandrewcooney.bandcamp.com/

6. 

   7 Sept 2022

   IBDMoms Podcast Trailer

   IBDMoms is a community of moms touched by inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. The IBDMoms podcast will focus on topics such as body dysmorphia, sex and intimacy, how to parent through a flare-up, and transitioning kids from pediatric to adult care. Written, produced, and directed by IBDMoms. Mix, sound design, and theme music by Cooney Studio.

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